London · United Kingdom
Custom exhibition stands for London and UK shows
InDesign Mimarlık is an Istanbul-based exhibition stand company that designs, manufactures and installs turnkey custom stands for trade shows at ExCeL London, Olympia London and the NEC Birmingham. Design, organiser approvals (stand plans, RAMS, structural calculations), shipping, build and dismantling are managed by one team.
We work mainly with Turkish exporters exhibiting in the UK, and with international brands looking for high-quality custom stands built at competitive cost. Every project starts with the show’s exhibitor manual, so your stand is approved before it leaves our workshop.
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We have built stands manufactured in our Istanbul workshop at trade shows in Germany, Italy, Dubai and the UK. Here are some of our international projects.
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Venues we build at
ExCeL London (WTM, IFE, London Book Fair, DSEI), Olympia London (London Tech Week) and the NEC Birmingham (Spring Fair), plus other UK venues.
Major UK trade shows
| Show | Venue | Sector |
|---|---|---|
| WTM – World Travel Market | ExCeL London | Tourism (Türkiye was the focus country in 2025) |
| IFE – International Food & Drink Event | ExCeL London | Food and drink |
| London Book Fair | ExCeL London | Publishing |
| DSEI | ExCeL London | Defence and security (biennial) |
| London Tech Week | Olympia London | Technology and investment |
| Spring Fair | NEC Birmingham | Gifts, home and lifestyle products |
UK stand rules we handle for you
- Scaled stand plans submitted to the organiser before build
- RAMS and a Construction & Dismantle Phase Plan (CDPP) under CDM 2015
- Structural calculations by an independent engineer for stands over 4 m, rigging and platforms of 600 mm or more
- Fire-retardant materials to BS 476 Part 7 Class 1; no Perspex; 6 mm laminated glass
- Electrical connection and testing by the venue’s official contractor
Wooden or modular?
Choose a custom wooden stand for maximum brand impact at a single show, or our Maxima modular aluminium system to reuse the same stand across London, Germany and Turkey with lower shipping volume.
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Frequently asked questions
Can a Turkish company build our stand for a London exhibition?
Yes. InDesign Mimarlık designs and manufactures your stand in its Istanbul workshop, ships it to the UK and installs it turnkey at ExCeL London, Olympia London or the NEC Birmingham, then handles dismantling and return.
Which UK venues do you work at?
ExCeL London and Olympia London, and the NEC in Birmingham, as well as other UK venues. Every project starts with the show’s exhibitor manual, because rules differ by venue and organiser.
What approvals does a space-only stand need in the UK?
Organisers require scaled stand plans, risk assessments and method statements (RAMS) and a Construction & Dismantle Phase Plan (CDPP) under CDM 2015. Stands over 4 m, rigged structures and platforms of 600 mm or more also need structural calculations signed off by an independent engineer. We prepare all of these.
How tall can an exhibition stand be at ExCeL London?
Many ExCeL shows set a standard limit of 4 m for single-storey stands. Higher builds need structural calculations and written approval, usually up to an absolute maximum of 6 m from the hall floor. Double-deck stands are allowed at some shows and not at others.
How do stand materials clear UK customs?
Goods that will be displayed and taken back can travel under an ATA Carnet or Temporary Admission. Materials consumed at the show or left in the UK are imported normally. We plan logistics with a customs broker weeks before the show.
How early should we order a stand for a London show?
Ideally 10–12 weeks before the show, to fit design approval, organiser plan submission, production in Istanbul and shipping. Organiser deadlines are earlier for large and double-deck stands.
Which is better for a London show: a wooden or Maxima stand?
Choose a wooden stand for a distinctive, one-off custom design, or a Maxima modular aluminium system if you want to reuse the stand at several shows and keep shipping volume low. All timber and board materials in the UK must be fire-retardant certified; we manufacture accordingly.
What determines the cost of an exhibition stand in London?
The cost depends on the stand area, the choice of a wooden or Maxima system, height and structural calculation requirements, shipping volume, venue electrical and rigging fees, and the number of build days. Share your floor plan and show name and we will prepare an itemised quote.
Get a quote for your London show
Send the show name, your stand number and floor area. We will get back to you with a design that meets UK show requirements and an itemised quote.
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